The Last Mile - Duncannon

The Last Mile - Duncannon is an annual event in Duncannon, Perry County, Pennsylvania, held on December 26, 2026. The single format covers 5 miles (8 kilometers) and starts at 10:00 a.m. from the Duncannon fire hall, taking runners out through the surrounding hills before returning to the hall to finish. The race supports the Duncannon fire company and funds scholarships for student runners at Perry County schools.

Hills are the defining feature, so this is not a course for a flat-road personal best; run it by effort, keep something back for the climbs on the way home, and let the descents do some of the work. Five miles is a manageable distance for anyone running three or four times a week, but adding one hilly run each week for a month beforehand will make a real difference on the day.